Reasonable AccomodationService Animals: Friends at Work Over the past few years, service animals have become a popular topic, especially when it comes to bringing them places like grocery stores and airplanes. But what about their place in the workplace? Did you know that every year on June 26th, Americans celebrate “Take Your Dog to Work Day”? […]
Criminal HistoryMany Americans worry that having a misdemeanor might close doors to future jobs. It’s true that getting a job can be harder with a misdemeanor, but it’s not impossible. Let’s dive into how misdemeanors can affect your job chances and what you can do about it. Background Checks: A Common Step Did you know that […]
Medical LeaveTaking care of your family and health is very important. Sometimes, you might need to take time off work to do this. If you work in Arizona, you’re in luck! The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can help. This law lets employees take unpaid leave for serious health or family reasons. Let’s explore […]
UnemploymentUnemployment is like a safety net that helps people pay their bills if they lose their jobs. It’s not meant to last forever but to help someone until they find a new job. Even though getting unemployment benefits can be really helpful, not everyone who loses their job can get them. The Myth About Being […]
Medical LeaveWhat is Medical Leave? Have you ever been so sick that you couldn’t go to work? Or maybe you have a new baby at home and need some extra time to take care of them. In Arizona, there are special rules that help workers take time off for important health or family reasons without losing […]
DiscriminationWorkplace discrimination is, sadly, something that happens more often than we’d like to think. It can happen in many ways, like being treated unfairly because of how old you are, whether you’re a man or a woman, what your religious beliefs are, or even if you’re pregnant. Knowing if you’re being discriminated against at work […]
UnemploymentLife is full of surprises, and sometimes, those surprises can be tough, like losing your job. If you find yourself without work, you might feel worried about how to pay your bills or take care of your family. But there’s something that can help: unemployment benefits. In Arizona, these benefits are there to give you […]
EmploymentNew Law Helps People With Criminal Records Governor Doug Ducey of Arizona signed a new law that helps people with criminal records have a better chance at getting a job. What is a Certificate of Second Chance? This law, called House Bill 2067, lets people who have been convicted of a crime get a “Certificate […]
WagesBig Changes for Workers in Arizona In 2016, people in Arizona voted for Proposition 206. This law did two big things: For most people who work from 9 to 5, this change was straightforward. But for people who work in jobs where they get tips, like in restaurants, it’s a bit more complicated. What Tipped […]